Against compelling competition from Tesla, Ford, Hyundai and Polestar, this Ford Mondeo owner picked BYD's Sealion 7 as his new family car.

The Amarok remains a solid choice in Australia's booming ute market, but it isn't best suited to the working life.

Also crucial is a dramatic upswing of the rear fenders, culminating in a rear spoiler mounted at a 45-degree angle.